Valterra 7101 ABS Gate Valve, Black, 1-1/2" Slip

Brand: ValterraColor: BlackFeatures: APPLICATIONS: Ideal for low pressure and vacuum applications as a quick shut-off for liquids. KEY FEATURES: Unrestricted flow - Full port opening - Simple push/pull operation SPECIFICATIONS: Maximum Pressure - 30 psi Open/45 psi Closed, Schedule 40 ABS Slip fittings REPAIRS: Replaceable body, seals and handle Details: This type of slide gate valve was originally designed for draining tanks and controlling shallow bodies of water like ponds and lagoons. They can also be used as shut off valves in low pressure or vacuum air lines. Please note that each valve size has an open and closed pressure rating. Because the plastic paddle can flex with flowing water they are not good for throttling water or trying to close the valve with fast moving water – thus the low mid flow cut off water pressure of approximately 6 pounds per square inch (psi). These slide valves are sometimes referred to as “knife or guillotine” gate valves and are a great alternative to